5G in mmWave spectrum gains a bit more traction [telecom]

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By Mike Dano

There was a time, not so long ago, that 5G in millimeter wave (mmWave) spectrum was viewed with a healthy amount of skepticism, if not outright incredulity.

For example, a report in 2017 sponsored by companies in the cable industry pointed to "clear technical, operational and aesthetic challenges" in deploying 5G in mmWave spectrum.